Embedded Software Engineer

4 weeks ago


Reading Berkshire, United Kingdom ALTEN LTD - UK Full time

Job Description

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Job Description

What will you be doing?

As an embedded software engineer, you will join the Reading team to support our activities within the Defence sector.

you will play a pivotal role in the design, development, and maintenance of cutting-edge embedded software solutions. Your work will directly impact the effectiveness of critical communication systems used by defence and government agencies. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of engineers and researchers to ensure the reliability, security, and performance of our products.

Your main responsibilities will be:

  • Embedded Software Development : Design, develop, and maintain embedded software for defence communication systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards and security protocols.
  • System Integration : Collaborate with hardware engineers to integrate software with hardware components, ensuring seamless operation and reliability.
  • Performance Optimization : Identify and resolve performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and other software-related issues to enhance system efficiency.
  • Testing and Validation : Conduct thorough testing, debugging, and validation of embedded software to meet stringent quality and reliability standards.
  • Documentation : Create and maintain comprehensive documentation, including design specifications, code comments, and user manuals.
  • Collaboration : Work closely with cross-functional teams, including systems engineers, hardware engineers, and project managers, to ensure successful project execution.
  • Compliance : Ensure that all software development activities comply with industry regulations, security guidelines, and customer requirements.

Who are we looking for?

You are...

  • Passionate about engineering
  • Result-oriented
  • Proactive
Qualifications

Experience, skills and qualifications required:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proven experience (3+ Years) in embedded software development, particularly in C/C++.
  • Familiarity with real-time operating systems (RTOS) and embedded software development tools.
  • Knowledge of secure coding practices and encryption algorithms.
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to obtain security clearance as required for defence projects.
Additional Information

Why join us?

We foster a community of dually talented individuals who are both entrepreneurs and technology specialists. Our teams embody the spirit of innovation and entrepreneurship, enabling us to develop solutions most efficiently.

Our commitment to sustainable growth is unwavering, and we continuously strive for accelerated transformation and continuous improvement. Through ALTEN labs, mentoring programs, internal universities, and more, we are always pushing boundaries and embracing new possibilities.

We offer incredible opportunities to join inspiring projects in the most innovative companies.

We prioritise your career development with personalised support plans tailored to your own aspirations. We're here to empower you and help you reach your full potential.

Join our passionate team and start building tomorrow, today

In short you get:

  • A personalised career path and a rewarding management style
  • A chance to work on the most exciting engineering projects and technologies along with Premium Customers
  • A huge diversity of engineering projects and industries
  • A competitive salary
  • Private Medical & Travel Insurance
  • Pension Scheme
  • Cycle-to-work Scheme among many additional benefits
  • Social atmosphere, regular gatherings, and team buildings
  • Flexible way of working (role dependent)
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